I am trying to decide between the two types of bands and I am torn. I’ve tried on both and love both for different reasons.

I like the straight band because the rink is chunkier and i feel it has more of a “boom” in your face type of effect. However, my concern is that it may be too much for my finger once we add a wedding band to it. I think it may look too thick.

I like the twist shank because is more delicate. It also has the extra sparkle that the straight band has just with a little added flare. I feel that it may not have that same wow effect as the straight band where the focus is on the center stone.

Ahh..I hate being indecisive. My boyfriend likes both and I think he may just ultimately decide if I can’t make my mind up soon. I’d just feel better if I picked one style and move on. I don’t want to look back and think about the other style later.

I would love to hear your opinions. If it helps, my ring size is 5.5 and we are thinking .75 to 1 carat stone.

I love the look of the twists but… Think about what you want for a wedding band now before getting one. I’ve read about a lot if bees who have problems finding a wedding band to go with their twists. I like everything to be flush and symmetrical, and I want to be able to wear my wedding band by itself so I went with a straight band for both. Maybe I’ll get a RHR with a twist.

@Carrington: hi there. I tried on a straight band with a twist and I actually didn’t mind it. I don’t think I want a band that molds around the ring so I’m pretty sure I’d go with a straight band in either scenario.

with that size stone I’d say go for the twist since it will give you more bling! If you had a large stone, though (not that .75 or 1 carat are small by any means, I’m talking like 2+ carats) I think they look a lot better with the straight shank. You can hve the best of both though if you get the straight shank and a twisted eternity band like this (not my set, found it on google):

I voted for the straight band, but I tend to prefer things that are more classic and more symmetrical. I feel like the halo has been around for a long time, whereas the twisted band lends itself to a more modern or trendy look (which is beautiful in its own right, but not as much my style, particularly with a halo). I also like bands that sit more flush, but that’s another personal preference. It really depends on your taste because both are pretty!

@Buckeyegirl: I voted for the straight band, but that’s because I have simplistic taste but I am also very indecisive! I don’t like things that are bulky or over-bearing with glitz and glam. However — I also love the twist (not for me, because it’s not my style), but it’s actually one of very few rings with unique shanks that I actually would wear if it was given to me. I like that it’s delicate, and I think if you’re a person who likes vintage-y things, I’d go with that one. If you’re somebody who likes the simpler side of things as far as jewelry goes, I’d pick the straight one.

Also something to think about — how many stones are set in each one o those bands. I’m hard on my hands, so I made my choice based on the fact that I’d probably lose a lot of little extra stones in a pave. For me, the twisted shank would probably get beaten up and be missing a few pretty quickly. The straight seems to be less of a “liability” in that way to me.